Program areas at Museum of Discovery and Science
Collections and exhibits-interactive hands-on exhibits in the areas of ecology, health, space and technology used to increase appreciation of Science in adults and children. 320,870 served
Theater and visitors service-imax theater offers education films providing a forum for the exchange of views on issues of Science health and technology, and intensifying the visitors experience. 115,300 served
Educational programs-school tours, summer camps, and individualized programs designed to help participants increase their understanding of Science. 138,739 served repetitive involvement is encouraged in ongoing programs, classes, and workshops with the goals of increasing community awareness and skills as related to the arts and sciences. Also, teachers are trained to use participatory methods to motivate and expedite learning experiences.
Who funds Museum of Discovery and Science
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
Personnel at Museum of Discovery and Science
| Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
|---|
| Joseph P. Cox | President and Chief Executive Officer | $273,750 | 2024-04-01 |
| Cathy Nonnenmacher | Chief Financial Officer | | 2024-04-01 |
| Hilary Winiger | Senior Director | $106,037 | 2023-09-30 |
| Catherine Nonnenmacher | Past Vice President Finance and Chief Financial Officer | $101,749 | 2024-01-24 |
| Rick J. Burgess, Esq. - Gunster | Immediate Past Chair | $0 | 2024-04-01 |
| ...and 8 more key personnel |
Financials for Museum of Discovery and Science
| Revenues | FYE 09/2023 | FYE 09/2022 | % Change |
|---|
| Total grants, contributions, etc. | $5,765,277 | $8,610,062 | -33% |
| Program services | $5,386,530 | $4,284,666 | 25.7% |
| Investment income and dividends | $445,978 | $-652,182 | 168.4% |
| Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
| Royalty revenue | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net rental income | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $0 | $15,000 | -100% |
| Net income from fundraising events | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from sales of inventory | $917,750 | $764,764 | 20% |
| Miscellaneous revenues | $0 | $0 | - |
| Total revenues | $12,515,535 | $13,022,310 | -3.9% |
Organizations like Museum of Discovery and Science
| Organization | Type | Location | Revenue |
|---|
| Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum | 501(c)(3) | New York, NY | $30,558,446 |
| Greensboro Science Center | 501(c)(3) | Greensboro, NC | $11,429,631 |
| Oregon Museum of Science and Industry | 501(c)(3) | Portland, OR | $21,812,736 |
| Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum | 501(c)(3) | Mcminnville, OR | $3,402,341 |
| North Carolina Museum of Life and Science | 501(c)(3) | Durham, NC | $15,916,916 |
| San Diego Air and Space Museum | 501(c)(3) | San Diego, CA | $6,256,233 |
| Science Center of Iowa (SCI) | 501(c)(3) | Des Moines, IA | $6,327,725 |
| Discovery World | 501(c)(3) | Milwaukee, WI | $7,505,313 |
| Liberty Science Center | 501(c)(3) | Jersey City, NJ | $40,343,463 |
| Adventure Science Center - Nashville | 501(c)(3) | Nashville, TN | $7,180,119 |
Data update history
June 6, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
May 23, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 5 new personnel
May 20, 2024
Used new vendors
Identified 2 new vendors, including , and
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMuseumsHeadquarter / parent organizationsCharities
Issues
Arts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
Fundraising eventsReceives government fundingEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringGala fundraisersTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
- Address
- 401 SW 2nd St
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
- Metro area
- Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach, FL
- County
- Broward County, FL
- Website URL
- mods.org/Â
- Phone
- (954) 467-6637
- Facebook page
- museum-of-discovery-and-scienceÂ
- Twitter profile
- @imaxsoflÂ
IRS details
- EIN
- 59-1709542
- Fiscal year end
- September
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 1976
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- A57: Science and Technology Museums
- NAICS code, primary
- 7121: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
- Parent/child status
- Central organization
Free account sign-up
Want updates when Museum of Discovery and Science has new information, or want to find more organizations like Museum of Discovery and Science?
Create free Cause IQ account